Tickets are now available for this year's Carols at The Coro concert. 🎄Tickets are FREE but must be booked in advance. Bring your best singing voices and don your Christmas jumpers to enjoy sing-along carols and Christmas classics performed by Ulverston Town Band, St Mary's School Choir and Ulverston Choral Society. There will be refreshments, ... Read more
Bridget Christie is hot, but not in a good way. The 51-year-old, critically-acclaimed stand-up leaks blood, sweats, and thinks that Chris Rock is the same person as The Rock. It’s a menopause laugh-a-minute with a confused, furious, sweaty lady who is annoyed by everything. The Foster’s Edinburgh Comedy Award-winning comedian cannot ride the motorbike she ... Read more
Enjoy a dazzling production of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker - the world-famous ballet that continues to capture the hearts and imaginations of all generations. It’s the night before Christmas, and young Clara is gifted a seemingly ordinary man-shaped wooden nutcracker by her mysterious godfather. But as the clock strikes midnight an extraordinary transformation occurs: the Nutcracker comes ... Read more
Friends and colleagues gather to say farewell to Dave Thursby, deceased veteran comedian and ‘national treasure’. But how much do they really know about Dave – or each other? Come and find out in local am-dram Ulverston Outsiders' latest production. With razor-sharp repartee, Wife After Death skewers the absurdities of life and death. Sparks (and worse) will ... Read more
Award-winning DJ, BBC Radio presenter and MTV legend Trevor Nelson brings his brand of personally curated hits from the 80’s, 90’s and 00’s to Ulverston, where he’ll be spinning all the old school RNB tunes you know and love, with some special guests thrown in for good measure.
Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved ‘Who’s in Your Book?' series makes its debut as a brand-new musical show. A group of performers are preparing to start their show, but quickly discover they are not alone on stage. Little Monster wants to be part of the fun ... Read more
Wildly satirical, visually stunning and deeply moving, Oh! What a Lovely War is a theatrical experience like no other; a fusion of live music, movement, songs and sketches bringing to life the folly, farce and tragedy of the First World War. More than a century on from the Armistice, Joan Littlewood’s musical entertainment Oh! What A ... Read more
'Let's Get Together And Feel Alright' as the company that brought you the acclaimed RUSH - A Joyous Jamaican Journey, bring you this brand new narrated musical charting the life of the King of Reggae, Bob Marley. Get ready to enjoy songs like One Love, No Woman No Cry and Is This Love all played live on stage by the ... Read more
Come along to a coffee morning at The Coro and support Ulverston Resilience Group to raise funds.
Liquid Nitrogen clouds! Fire tornados! Hydrogen bottle rockets! The UK's favourite science show is back and more explosive than ever! Join our presenters as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how it shapes everything around us – with a few loud bangs along the way. They’ll take an anarchic approach ... Read more
Live comedy with four award-winning, Edinburgh Festival-storming, prime time TV-smashing, rib-splitting, side-tickling, extremely funny acts: Paul McCaffrey, Josh Pugh, Hayley Ellis and Jack Gleadow. Paul McCaffrey As seen on Live at the Apollo, Russell Howard’s Good News and Stand Up Central, the support act of choice for Sean Lock and Kevin Bridges. Josh Pugh Former English Comedian of the ... Read more
Using Max Richter’s recomposed version of Vivaldi’s seminal work The Four Seasons, James Wilton Dance present a work of immense physicality, driving energy and sweeping beauty. One of Europe’s most in-demand dance companies, this work features James Wilton Dance’s signature blend of capoeira, acrobatics, martial arts and classical dance, alongside stunning stage and costume designs. ... Read more
65 million years in the making, it’s the greatest prehistoric show on earth. Join our intrepid rangers on a quest to recover the data crystal, restore power to the island and save the dinosaurs! Are you ready for the adventure? Stomp, roar and swish your tail as we introduce you to some of the most ... Read more
Join us for a series of climate conversation events across Westmorland and Furness to help shape and inform Part Two of Westmorland and Furness Council's Climate Action Plan. The Council’s Cabinet Member for Climate and Biodiversity, Councillor Giles Archibald, will be hosting five climate conversations including Barrow, Kendal, Penrith, Ulverston as well as an online ... Read more
We invite you to the edge of your seat, to the darkest corners of the night for a chilling, original adaptation of M.R. James' classic supernatural thriller. Our advice? Don't come alone… Expert on the so-called supernatural, Edward Dunning is a scholar and a sceptic. But when he crosses paths with the mysterious Mr. Karswell, ... Read more
A tale of wisdom in our eternal quest for love, identity and belonging. Mowgli’s daring adventures in the dangerous world he inhabits are brought to life through inventive shadow theatre, original music and colourful digital projection. You may think you know Jungle Book, but Indigo Moon Theatre’s version is inspired by the poetry & spirit of ... Read more
Sailing dangerously close to National Treasure status, Alan Johnson is one of the most popular politicians of recent times. Join him as he shares remarkable stories from his life.
Come and dance the night away with Ulverston’s own agents of joy, BLAST Furness - the foot-stomping street band - and their joyous West Yorkshire counterparts The Peace Artistes, as they celebrate 25 years of making music to make you move.
Upbeat, high-energy and full of irresistible choruses, alt/indie rockers Youth Sector bring their unique sound and showmanship to Ulverston on their 'Quarrels' UK tour.
The life of Charles Dickens becomes strangely entangled with that of his famous character Scrooge in this brand-new piece of theatre, soundtracked by colourful Victorian popular songs and street music, haunting old carols and lively folk dance music. It’s Charles Dickens’ last Christmas Eve: 1869. Against his doctor’s wishes, he gives one of his acclaimed ... Read more
Hosted this month by Sandside Lodge School Join us for a hot drink and a chat, browse an assortment of tombolas, raffles and bric a brac stalls, and help raise money in support of some fantastic local charities and community groups. Starts 9:30 am Entry is £1 on the door
Regarded by many as the best and most consistent ‘public subscription band’ in the world, the fabled brass band present a highly entertaining concert suitable for both the general public and brass band connoisseur.
A musical full of comedy and catchy tunes, pearlies, aristocrats and unrequited love presented by Ulverston Amateur Operatic Society.
Get stuck into arts and crafts with the whole family at our free Coro Craft Mornings – a perfect chance for the kids to get creative in a fun and friendly environment. Each session, run by local Ulverston artist and Coro staff member Amy Whelan, will take a different theme – from a large-scale group ... Read more
A funny, poignant and moving theatrical homage to one of France’s most endearing icons, Edith Piaf; celebrating some of her best-known songs while threading her story with Christine Bovill’s own remarkable journey into the world of chanson.
Take a wry, amusing, and incisive trip through the history of literature, feminism, and gender in a twenty-first century take on Virginia Woolf’s blisteringly brilliant pre-TED talk.
Go on a high-energy rollercoaster ride of a concert with the internationally renowned Queen tribute band, featuring the back catalogue of one of the most popular, iconic rock acts of all time.
Classical guitar sensation MILOŠ is joined on stage by saxophonist Jess Gillam. Expect a beautiful range of music from Bach to The Beatles.
Enter the world of the Moomins, where anything is possible. Be sure to pack your imagination as you join us on an unforgettable journey to Moominvalley where everyone is welcome, nature thrives, and adventures are plentiful.
Enter the world of the Moomins, where anything is possible. Be sure to pack your imagination as you join us on an unforgettable journey to Moominvalley where everyone is welcome, nature thrives, and adventures are plentiful.
Ben Fogle takes you on a journey through his extraordinary encounters with the human and natural world, with inspiring and uplifting tales of self-discovery that will leave you enchanted, enlightened, and entertained.
Manchester Camerata return to the Coronation Hall in a celebration year for their 50th birthday - after a sold out concert a few years ago, the orchestra are back with Ulverston saxophonist Jess Gillam. Heralded by The Times as “Britain’s most adventurous orchestra”, the orchestra pop up in all sorts of places, from concert halls ... Read more
A wardrobe can take you to magical spaces, to all sorts of stories and wonderful places. Ours is a portal to the wild wood where something is roaming the forest, animals are mysteriously going missing, and a little girl has just received a beautiful red cloak from her granny... Open the magical doors to a ... Read more
Discover how reggae music took the world by storm in this narrated musical telling the story of reggae and the Windrush Generation. Get ready to enjoy the music of Desmond Dekker, Jimmy Cliff, Bob Marley, Millie Small and many more in this joyful evening of ska, rock steady, calypso, gospel, lovers rock, dancehall and reggae ... Read more
A spoken word comedy about grief, loss, and self-acceptance, How To Be A Better Human tells Chris Singleton’s story of losing two of the biggest relationships in his life – Dad and Wife – in the space of a few months.
Re-live the story of the band that shaped the music in this fabulous show, beginning with their triumphant Eurovision win and ending with their final music video in November 1982. This brilliant musical tribute tells the story of one of the world’s most-loved bands, taking in their major arena tours and famous music videos along ... Read more
Opening Talk Thursday 27th April, 6~8pm Printfest Preview Friday 28th April, 6.30~9pm Main Exhibition Saturday 29th April, 10~5pm Sunday 30th April, 10~4pm For over 20 years Printfest has championed printmakers and the original hand-made print by putting on a weekend festival at The Coro in Ulverston. The artist-led festival brings together over 40 of the ... Read more
The Down for the Count Orchestra and vocalists present a sonic ride back to the sounds of Capitol Studios in the 1950s as they play timeless classics from The Great American Songbook.
Go on a magical, musical history tour through the works of the world’s greatest pop music phenomenon, replicating the excitement and energy of Beatlemania.
Discover the turbulent tale of two of Hollywood’s biggest stars – Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli – in this sensational musical experience.
Spend an evening puzzling out the toxic clues used by the Queen of Crime, Dame Agatha Christie, in her bestselling detective stories, with help from science communicator, chemist and vampirologist Dr Kathryn Harkup.
Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show based on the beautifully illustrated book by Judith Kerr; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos. Age guidance: 3+ The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect ... Read more
Play performed by The Ulverston Outsiders. Losing your grip on life can be confusing… even amusing! Ulverston Outsiders present a bittersweet comedy, following one woman’s struggle with Alzheimer’s and its impact on her and her family.
The South Cumbria Musical Festival was formed in 1976 and has developed over the years to become one of the most respected competitive events in the country. The Festival is well known for its high standards, friendliness and efficient organisation. It gives competitors an opportunity to perform on a stage in a beautifully refurbished venue, ... Read more
Packed with exhibitors, the event will feature lots of eco friendly stalls, free children's activities, a swap shop, and an open mic on stage where schools and musicians can give their message about the climate change emergency and how to live sustainably. Free trees and seeds will be available *Kate Rawles (@biodiversitybikeride) and the bamboo ... Read more
Enjoy the music of jazz icon Dizzy Gillespie - the epochal trumpeter, bandleader, composer, educator and singer who defined the new sound of 1940s bebop - performed by a NYJO sextet. Together with Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie’s unique approach, musicianship, showmanship, and wit brought harmonic and rhythmic complexity previously unheard in jazz. His beret and ... Read more
Laugh out loud with four award-winning, Edinburgh Festival-storming, prime time TV-smashing, rib-splitting, side-tickling, extremely funny acts: Mark Nelson, Micky P Kerr, Gareth Waugh, and Tom Ward.
Mondays 6pm - 8.30 pm until 24 April inclusive, excluding 20 March and 10 April. Price inclusive of all materials. This six-week course is an opportunity for participants to try out various abstract art techniques and processes in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere under the guidance of local artist Jess Levine. Each week there will ... Read more
Get ready for a little puppet show about BIG things in this magical short story, which literally unfolds from a single suitcase. Age guidance 4+ Unreserved Seating. Attendees only can book for SeedHeart Shadow Puppetry Workshop afterwards.
FREE! Booking open to SeedHeart attendees only. Spaces are very limited, booking is essential. Age guidance: 4+ Create your own crazy modified monster as a shadow puppet made of card, inspired by the genetic engineering shenanigans as seen in SeedHeart. Mix and match parts of your and other people’s monsters to combine the best qualities ... Read more
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